2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 324 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
